Why You Should Avoid Dryer Vent Cleaners Without Video Inspection | Anderson Vent Cleaners

If You Can’t See Inside the Dryer Vent, You Can’t Trust the Cleaning

Dryer vent cleaning is one of the most important maintenance tasks for any home in North Central Florida. But the reality is this: most homeowners have no idea if the job was actually done right. You can’t see inside the vent, and many companies take advantage of that.

That’s why at Anderson Vent Cleaning, every cleaning includes video camera inspection at no extra charge—because the only real proof of a clean dryer vent is visual verification.

Unfortunately, many companies in Gainesville, Ocala, Citrus County, and surrounding areas either:

• Do not offer video inspections at all, or

• Charge a premium just to look inside the vent

This puts homeowners at risk and creates a situation where you’re forced to “trust” a job you can’t verify.

Let’s break down why video verification isn’t optional—it’s essential.

Why Dryer Vent Cleaners and Video Inspection Are Critical for Homeowners

How Dryer Vent Cleaners and Video Inspection Protect Your Home

1. Video Proves the Entire Vent Run Is Clean (Not Just the First Few Feet)

Some companies brush the entry point, vacuum a little lint, and leave. Without video, you’d never know you still have:

• Lint buildup deep inside the line

• Clogged elbows

• Bird nests or insects near the roof exit

• Crushed or disconnected vent sections

A professional video scan shows every inch of the vent—from the dryer connection to the outside exit.

If a dryer vent cleaner doesn’t provide video inspection, they can’t truly verify it’s clean.

2. Video Helps Detect Dangerous Problems Before They Cause a Fire

Over 15,000 dryer fires happen every year in the U.S., many caused by:

• Blocked roof vents

• Hidden elbows packed with lint

• Moisture buildup

• Damaged or torn ductwork

• Runs that weren’t cleaned properly the first time

A video inspection often reveals problems that would never be seen from the outside. In fact, at Anderson Vent Cleaning, we catch hidden hazards every week in Gainesville, Ocala, Citrus and Levy County homes.

3. Video Exposes “Cheap Cleaning” Scams

The internet is full of $49 and $59 dryer vent cleaning offers. These companies usually:

• Only brush a small portion of the line

• Never go on the roof or charge a huge premium to go on the roof.

• Don’t check for proper airflow

• Don’t provide proof of work

• Upcharge once they arrive

If they don’t provide video verification, you’re taking a gamble. With video, you can hold cleaners accountable.

4. Video Lets You See the Before & After for Peace of Mind

Homeowners love seeing:

Before Photos: Lint buildup, clogs, or debris

After Video: A clear, clean, safe vent run

This transparency builds trust—and it’s something every customer deserves.

5. Video Helps Diagnose Issues Inside the Dryer Cabinet

Sometimes the blockage isn’t in the wall—it’s inside the dryer itself.

A trained technician can use camera scans to identify:

• Internal lint pack

• Faulty blower housings

• Blocked lint traps

• Heat damage

• Rodent debris

This prevents future repairs and extends the life of your dryer.

6. Roof Vents in Florida Absolutely Require Video

So many homes in Gainesville, Ocala, and Citrus County have:

• Long vertical runs

• Two or three elbows

• Roof exits

• Dampers that stick shut

Without a camera, a cleaner has no way to verify the entire run was cleared, especially on long duct systems.

Why Anderson Vent Cleaning Always Includes Video Verification

Unlike many competitors who charge $40–$100 extra for a camera, we include video inspection with every cleaning—free.

Our standard service includes:

✔ Full vent cleaning✔ Camera inspection of the entire run✔ Roof exit cleaning when needed✔ Before-and-after video proof✔ Airflow check✔ No hidden fees✔ Honest pricing

This is why we’re trusted by homeowners, landlords, HOAs, apartment complexes, and property managers across North Central Florida.

When You Can See It, You Can Trust It

Dryer vent cleaning should never be guesswork. With video verification, you know the job was done right—and your home is safer for it.

If you need professional dryer vent cleaning in Gainesville, Ocala, Williston, Dunnellon, Citrus and Levy County.

📞 Call Anderson Vent Cleaning @ 352-436-2930 for a Free quote.